Hello Arnaud, we’re catching up on all the news. So how are things at the moment?

A.T : As far as my morale is concerned, quite good, even though I still have a few physical problems following my leg injury. At the moment I’m having physiotherapy due to an inflammation of the bone caused by my leg fracture.

When do you think you will be able to start training again?

A.T : In 2 weeks’ time. First of all in Switzerland and then I shall go to Holland to see my team, which is based there. Training will really begin in Italy around November time. I plan to train with my teammate Alessandro Lupino. We get along very well. I think it will be extremely beneficial to the team and it will allow us to make progress concerning both the preparation of the bike and the speed level.

With such a detailed and heavy programme, will we see you at the Geneva Super Cross?

A.T : No, unfortunately I’m not going to be able to take part in the Super Cross this year. It was a difficult decision to take, especially as it is the second consecutive year that I won’t be participating in this race, which is so special to me. The Super Cross requires a very specific preparation and bearing in mind my recent injuries, I had no choice. The main goal for our team is to prepare for the 2014 World Championship in the best way possible so that we can be on top form. We will have to carry out many technical tests with respect to both the engine and suspension and it is essential that we are ready for the championship, which starts early, 2nd March in Qatar.

Will we have a chance to see you around during the Super Cross?

A.T : That will depend on the testing programme and seeing that I will already have started training again, I think it will be difficult for me to be there but you never know…

Thanks for giving us all your news. We wish you a speedy recovery and we look forward to seeing you back on your bike as soon as possible.